University of East Anglia

MSc Mental Health Nursing - Preregistration (February Start)

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

Studying Mental Health Nursing at UEA will prepare you for a diverse and fulfilling career. Whether you choose to specialise or keep your practice varied, you'll work with people of all ages, from children to the elderly. Our innovative, accelerated course is perfect for those with a prior degree seeking a fast-track into the nursing profession.

Combining theory and practice, our Master’s programme builds on your existing life experience and graduate attributes, enabling you to qualify as a Mental Health Nurse in just two years. Here at UEA, you’ll explore all aspects of nursing, gaining experience in a variety of settings while working alongside other health and social care professionals. Our MSc in Mental Health Nursing has the NHS Constitution at its core and will offer you both excitement and challenge, as well as rigorous training.

You’ll develop into a nurse who’s not only committed but is also able to deliver the highest quality of person-centred care.

Key highlights

  • Accelerated route for graduates to qualify as a mental health nurse in two years
  • Work with people of all ages, from children to the elderly
  • Practice experience gained in a variety of care settings
  • Learn alongside other health and social care professionals
  • Curriculum built around the NHS Constitution and person-centred care
  • Combines theory and practice, building on existing graduate attributes

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — Typical UK Entry Requirements: Degree classification Bachelors degree - 2.1 Degree Subject All subject areas considered.
  • International qualifications — Typical International Entry Requirements: Degree classification UK Bachelors degree - 2.1 or equivalent. Degree Subject All subject areas considered

Careers this course leads to

  • Registered Mental Health Nurse
  • Community Mental Health Nurse
  • Child and Adolescent Mental Health Nurse
  • Older Adult Mental Health Nurse
  • Crisis Team Nurse

Cost of study

UK/Home: £19,070 per year | International: £47,700 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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